Dawn Holiski
Associate Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, AMFT (she, her)
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
4 Endorsed
8702 Santa Monica Boulevard, West Hollywood, CA 90069
Let's Connect (213) 379-9208
Feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure of who you are becoming? Many of my clients come to therapy during major life transitions—grappling with identity, relationships, trauma, or the emotional labor of caregiving and chosen family. Before becoming a therapist, I spent years in theatre, learning how stories connect and heal us. Now, I bring that same collaborative, creative energy into the therapy room to help clients explore their narratives, build resilience, and move forward with clarity and confidence.
I support anyone facing life transitions, including LGBTQ+ teens and their parents, adoptive families, and those new to therapy. Whether you're exploring identity, navigating family dynamics, or healing trauma, I offer a strength-based, trauma-informed space where compassion and creativity support. Together, we’ll uncover your strengths and build resilience.
Starting therapy can feel scary—especially if it’s your first time—but you don’t have to do it alone. I offer a warm, compassionate space where your story matters and your voice leads the way. If you’re ready to begin, I’d be honored to walk with you on this journey of discovery, healing, and becoming the version of yourself you’re ready to meet.
Call or Email Dawn Holiski now for a free 15 minute consultation - (213) 379-9208
Let's Connect (213) 379-9208
Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $150
- Couple Sessions $175
- Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
Insurance
- Out of Network
Dawn Holiski
Associate Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, AMFT
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (213) 379-9208
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Prelicense by State of California / 144072 Supervised by Oliver Drakeford (California / 104987) Dawn Holiski
- In Practice for 3 years
- Attended Antioch University Los Angeles, Master of Arts in Clinical Psychology Specialization: Applied Community Psychology (ACP), Graduated 2023
Education and Years In Practice
Dawn Holiski
Associate Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, AMFT
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (213) 379-9208
Specialties and Expertise
Expertise
- Adoption
- Anger Management
- Anxiety
- Career Counseling
- Codependency
- Coping Skills
- Depression
- Family Conflict
- Grief
- LGBTQ+
- Life Transitions
- Parenting
- Relationship Issues
- Self Esteem
- Stress
- Transgender
- Trauma and PTSD
- Women's Issues
Dawn Holiski
Associate Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, AMFT
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (213) 379-9208
4 Endorsements
Client Focus
Age
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Family
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Transgender Allied
Age
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Family
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Transgender Allied
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Attachment-based
- Family Systems
- Internal Family Systems (IFS)
- Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
- Narrative
- Person-Centered
- Psychodynamic
- Relational
- Strength-Based
Dawn Holiski
Associate Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, AMFT
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (213) 379-9208
Groups
Living Outloud Together
Join us for a 4-week in-person group series for queer teens and their caregivers. In this creative and affirming space, teens and caregivers meet separately and come together, exploring themes like: self-expression, affirmation, communication, healing relationships. Whether you're a teen looking for community or a caregiver hoping to deepen your connection, this group is designed to support and uplift both of you. We welcome all LGBTQIA+ youth and the adults who care for them—therapy doesn’t have to be a solitary journey. Sundays 7/13, 7/20, 7/27 and 8/3 from 11am-12pm.
Expertise
Parenting
Peer Relationships
Age
Adults
Session Cost
$80
Group Meets
Every Sun 11 A.M. - 12 P.M.
Location
8702 Santa Monica Boulevard
West Hollywood, CA 90069
Email Dawn Holiski about this group or call - (213) 379-9208
Location
Primary Location
Oliver Drakeford Therapy
8702 Santa Monica Boulevard
West Hollywood, CA 90069
(213) 379-9208Email me
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Counties
Neighborhoods
Dawn Holiski
Associate Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, AMFT
Call for a free consultation now - (213) 379-9208